Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU
A low cost 13,500 BTU replacement for a travel trailer or one zone of a larger RV, from the brand with the widest service network.
Amazon $852.29$852.29
The Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU rates 3.7 among 12,000 to 14,000 BTU RV air conditioners; the Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU rates 3.3 among over 14,000 BTU ones. The Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU costs $331.56 less ($852.29 vs $1,183.85).
Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU
#11 in Over 14,000 BTUFull review
The value pick among Coleman-Mach heat pumps for a fifth wheel or motorhome that wants a lower roofline.
Amazon $1,183.85$1,183.85
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (12,000 to 14,000 BTU and over 14,000 BTU), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU | Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $63.13 per 1,000 BTU ($852.29, 13,500 BTU) | 48 $78.92 per 1,000 BTU ($1,183.85, 15,000 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 55 12.8 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU | 60 13.8 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU |
| Starting current 15% | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU | Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 13,500 BTU | 15,000 BTU |
| Heat | Heat strip | Heat pump |
| Running current | 12.8 A | 13.8 A |
| Soft start built in | No | No |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Install | ||
| Ceiling setup | Ducted or non-ducted | Ducted or non-ducted |
| Ceiling assembly included | No | No |
| Height above roof | 13.8 in | 11.8 in |
| Weight | 79.5 lb | 85 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |